A major road leading to Plymouth has been closed in both directions this evening (July 30) due to a crash, according to traffic reports.

Traffic monitoring site, Inrix, reported at 5.30pm: "Springfield Road in both directions closed, queuing traffic due to accident between A379 Elburton Road and Reservoir Road."

Heavy traffic is queuing for around a mile through Elburton, according to traffic maps, with delays along Elburton Road and a number of adjoining roads. Bus services into Elburton Village are currently being diverted.

One passer-by described the scene, saying: "Car currently flipped on its side on Springfield Road in Elburton, not sure what happened but it’s there now."

Another said: "There is a serious accident on Springfield Road, Elburton."

17:49 Sarah Lumley

Buses diver

See Full Page